Page 2 - Copyright Notice; Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials
2 Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The informa...
Page 3 - Contents; Loading Paper
Contents 3 Contents Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Loading Paper Using the Single Sheet Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 4 - Solving Problems; Notices
4 Contents Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Checking for Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Checking the Printer Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 P...
Page 5 - Introduction
Introduction 5 Introduction Your Epson Stylus ® Photo R2880 Series printer gives you exhibition quality prints on a wide variety of glossy and matte papers in many sizes. Your outstanding printouts result from these advanced features: ■ Epson UltraChrome K3 ™ with Vivid Magenta ink cartridges for un...
Page 6 - Loading Paper in the Sheet Feeder
6 Loading Paper Loading Paper You can print on a variety of paper types in the sheet feeder, or use the single sheet guide for certain specialty papers (see page 8). For multiple photos, panoramics, and banners, load roll paper using the roll paper holders (see page 11). For thick media, use the fro...
Page 11 - Loading Roll Paper
Loading Paper 11 Loading Roll Paper You can load roll paper or canvas media for printing large images, panoramic images, or multiple photos, with or without borders. You can load roll paper in these widths: ■ 8.3-inches wide ■ 13-inches wide (See page 16 for a list of roll paper and canvas media typ...
Page 13 - Removing Roll Paper Prints and Roll Paper
Loading Paper 13 10. Open the printer cover and look into the printer to make sure the roll paper or canvas media is feeding straight. The paper must feed straight so the printer can properly identify the edge of it. If it is crooked or the front edge is visible, you may receive a paper jam error wh...
Page 14 - Loading Thick Media
14 Loading Paper Loading Thick Media Use the front manual feed slot to load 13 × 19-inch media that is 1.0 to 1.3 mm thick. Note: Make sure there is enough space behind the printer for the media to feed through the printer. 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Remove any roll paper, canvas media, or paper loa...
Page 16 - Available Epson Papers
16 Loading Paper Available Epson Papers Epson offers a wide array of high quality papers, making it easy to maximize the impact of your photos, presentations, and creative projects. You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central SM at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.ep...
Page 19 - Printing From Start to Finish; Printing in Windows
Printing From Start to Finish 19 Printing From Start to Finish This section describes basic printing from your Windows ® or Macintosh ® computer. For detailed instructions, see the on-screen Reference Guide . You can also print label designs directly onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs. See page 31 a...
Page 23 - Printing With Mac OS X 10.5
Printing From Start to Finish 23 This window appears and shows the progress of your print job. Note: If you’re printing on roll paper or canvas media, see page 13 for instructions on removing your printed photos and paper. Printing With Mac OS X 10.5 1. Open a photo or document in a printing program...
Page 30 - Selecting the Correct Paper Type
30 Printing From Start to Finish Selecting the Correct Paper Type Select the correct Media Type (Windows see page 20, Mac OS X 10.5 see page 25, or Mac OS X 10.3 to 10.4 see page 28) setting in your printer software so the ink coverage can be adjusted for your media. * For the best results on this p...
Page 31 - Printing on CDs and DVDs; Cleaning the Rollers
Printing on CDs and DVDs 31 Printing on CDs and DVDs You can use your R2880 and the Epson Print CD software that came with it to print label designs directly onto ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs. Before you load a CD or DVD, be sure to clean the rollers inside the printer, as described below. Also bur...
Page 32 - Loading a CD or DVD
32 Printing on CDs and DVDs Loading a CD or DVD 1. First burn files, music, or video onto your CD/DVD before printing on it to prevent errors. 2. Turn on the printer. 3. Clean the rollers inside the printer (see page 31). 4. Remove any paper loaded in the sheet feeder and remove the single sheet gui...
Page 34 - Printing on a CD or DVD; Windows; Mac OS X
34 Printing on CDs and DVDs Printing on a CD or DVD When you installed the software for the R2880, you installed the Epson Print CD program for printing label designs directly onto CDs or DVDs. Follow these steps to open the program and print on the disc you loaded in the printer: 1. Do one of the f...
Page 35 - Removing Your Printed CD/DVD
Printing on CDs and DVDs 35 3. When you’re ready to print on the disc, open the File menu and select Print . You see one of these windows: 4. Select EPSON Stylus Photo R2880 (Windows and Mac OS X 10.5) or Stylus Photo R2880 (Mac OS X 10.3 to 10.4), if necessary. 5. Click Print . Removing Your Printe...
Page 36 - Maintaining Your Printer; Checking and Cleaning the Print Head
36 Maintaining Your Printer Maintaining Your Printer Follow the steps in these sections to keep the R2880 working at its best: ■ “Checking and Cleaning the Print Head” below ■ “Checking and Aligning the Print Head” on page 37 ■ “Checking the Ink Cartridge Status” on page 38 ■ “Replacing Ink Cartridg...
Page 37 - Checking and Aligning the Print Head
Maintaining Your Printer 37 3. Click Start and follow the on-screen instructions to allow the printer to print and examine the nozzle check pattern. If necessary, the printer cleans the print head, and may print and check the nozzle check pattern a few times. If nozzles are still clogged, you see a ...
Page 38 - Checking the Ink Cartridge Status
38 Maintaining Your Printer 3. To have the printer check and align the print head automatically, click Automatic , then click OK . Follow the on-screen instructions to print the alignment check patterns and align the print head as necessary. To align the print head manually, click the Manual button ...
Page 40 - Replacing Ink Cartridges
40 Maintaining Your Printer Replacing Ink Cartridges You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at www.epson.com/ink3 (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSO...
Page 44 - Switching Black Ink Cartridge Types
44 Maintaining Your Printer Switching Black Ink Cartridge Types Your printer comes with a Matte Black (T0968) and Photo Black (T0961) ink cartridge for printing. Only one can be installed in the printer at one time. Decide which media you will print on. Then, if necessary, switch the cartridge to ma...
Page 45 - Switching the Black Ink Cartridge
Maintaining Your Printer 45 Switching the Black Ink Cartridge Make sure you have the other black ink cartridge handy before you begin. You must install the other cartridge immediately after removing the installed one from the printer. Caution: If you remove a low or expended ink cartridge, you canno...
Page 48 - Select the Black Ink Cartridge
48 Maintaining Your Printer Select the Black Ink Cartridge Once you’ve swapped the black ink cartridges, you need to select it in the printer driver before printing. Do one of the following: Windows 1. Right-click the icon in the bottom right corner of your screen (the taskbar). 2. Select Printer Se...
Page 50 - Checking the Printer Lights
50 Solving Problems Checking the Printer Lights Check the status of the printer lights to solve the most common problems. Light status Problem and solution I paper on Paper may be out or multiple sheets may have fed into the sheet feeder. Load paper, if necessary (see page 6), and press the I paper ...
Page 51 - Problems and Solutions; Printing Problems
Solving Problems 51 Problems and Solutions Check the solutions below if you’re having trouble using your printer. Printing Problems ■ Make sure your paper is loaded printable side up, short edge first, and against the right side with the edge guide against it (see page 6 and page 8). ■ Don’t load pa...
Page 52 - Paper Feeding Problems; Sheet feeder or rear manual feed slot; CD/DVD Printing Problems
52 Solving Problems Paper Feeding Problems ■ If paper doesn’t feed into the sheet feeder, remove the paper and fan the stack of paper to separate the sheets. Reload paper against the right side and slide the edge guide against it. Also, do not load too many sheets in the sheet feeder at once (see pa...
Page 53 - Print Quality Problems
Solving Problems 53 ■ If ink smears on your disc, make sure you’re printing on ink jet-printable CDs or DVDs and that the surface of the disc is dry. Handle printed discs carefully and let them dry for 24 hours before inserting them in a drive. If necessary, you can adjust the print quality using Ep...
Page 54 - Where To Get Help; Epson Technical Support; Internet Support; Purchase Supplies and Accessories
54 Solving Problems Where To Get Help Epson Technical Support Internet Support Visit Epson’s support website at epson.com/support and select your product for solutions to common problems. You can download drivers and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your quest...
Page 55 - Important Safety Instructions
Notices 55 Notices Important Safety Instructions Before using your R2880, read and follow these safety instructions: ■ Be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the R2880. ■ Use only the type of power source indicated on the R2880 label. ■ Place the R2880 near a wall outlet where the...
Page 56 - Ink Cartridge Safety Instructions
56 Notices ■ Except as specifically explained in your documentation, do not attempt to service the R2880 yourself. ■ Unplug the R2880 and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: if the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the product; if the pro...
Page 59 - Declaration of Conformity
Notices 59 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for: Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Epson America, Inc. Located at: MS 3-133840 Kilroy Airport WayLong Beach, CA 90806Telephone: (562) 29...
Page 60 - FCC Compliance Statement; For United States Users; WARNING
60 Notices FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential ...
